Section 2.1

Question 1

Cytoplasm

Answer 1

A jelly-like fluid inside the cell in which organelles are suspended

Question 2

Cell membrane

Answer 2

Thin, flexible barrier around a cell; regulates what enters and leaves the cell

Question 3

Nucleus

Answer 3

Control center of the cell. Contains DNA.

Question 4

Mitochondria

Answer 4

Powerhouse of the cell, organelle that is the site of energy production

Question 5

Golgi Apparatus/Body

Answer 5

Collects and processes materials to be removed from the cell. (also make and secrete mucus)

Question 6

Endoplasmic Reticulum

Answer 6

Transports materials, such as proteins throughout the cell. Also assists with the production and release of hormones

Question 7

Vacuoles

Answer 7

Stores substances and removes unwanted substances.

Question 8

Cell wall

Answer 8

Strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in plant cells. acts similarly to armour

Question 9

Chloroplast

Answer 9

Absorbs light energy to be used during photosynthesis